Community Health Manager, Job# 1147-1

Job Opportunity Announcement

Job Title: Community Health Manager Job#1147-1 

Application Dates: Open Until Filled Salary Range/Pay Rate: $66,300 - $72,900 (commensurate with experience) 

Excellent benefits package available.

The County is currently accepting applications for the position of Community Health Manager. This position requires highly responsible supervisory and administrative work over the Health Education Department of the Rowan County Public Health Department including; but not limited to making recommendations for hire, fire, promotion, and other status changes for staff; maintaing and managing the health education division budget; serving as the Executive Director of the Healthy Rowan coalition to work with community partners to promote health; overseeing the promotion and marketing of health department services and assists in marketing other agencies that promote health and disease prevention; and developing positive working relationships with community agencies and organizations and offers assistance in providing information, presentations, and guidance regarding the promotion of health and prevention of chronic disease. This position is responsible for the submission of the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), State of the County Health report (SOTCH), and Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP). Additional duties may include managing grant-funded programs towards community health priorities and Interns, when available.

About Us
Located in the heart of North Carolina’s Piedmont, Rowan County is attractively and conveniently nestled between the state’s largest city and its Capitol. Rowan County is made up of more than 20 departments and nearly 1,250 employees that are committed to providing a wealth of services to County residents and businesses.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
Requires knowledge of public health policies and programs; ability to manage and organize community members in preparing and implementing community health initiatives; ability to compile and analyze data and make appropriate recommendations based upon results obtained; and ability to evaluate and supervise the work of subordinates.

Minimum qualifications: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Health Education, Public Health, Public Administration, or related field and two years of administrative or supervisory experience; or Bachelor’s Degree in Health Education, Public Health, Public Administration, or related field and 5 years of administrative or supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Health Education Specialist required. Degree/Coursework must be from an appropriated accredited institution. A valid driver’s license is required.

Application
Apply online at www.rowancountync.gov/jobs.

Individuals with disabilities may request application accommodations by calling HR at 704-216-8100. The County administers pre-employment drug tests and criminal background checks for all positions. Some positions may require a physical exam, credit check, and/or a driving history check depending upon the position. Rowan County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.